CELESTRON CGX-L MOUNT AND TRIPOD

The Celestron CGX-L is a heavy-duty computerized GoTo German equatorial mount built for demanding visual observers and serious astrophotographers. With an exceptional 75 lb (34 kg) load capacity, larger worm wheels, a longer dovetail saddle and massive stainless steel tripod legs, it carries large optical tubes and full imaging trains with rock-solid stability and precise tracking.

Features

• 75 lb load capacity: exceptional load capacity to weight ratio for large optical tubes and imaging payloads.
• Larger 144 mm worm wheels: drive heavier loads more smoothly and accurately.
• Longer 270 mm dovetail saddle: better supports larger optical tubes.
• Massive 70 mm stainless steel tripod legs: wider stance for improved stability under heavy loads.
• Internal cabling: power input and lower accessory ports stay stationary as the mount slews to avoid snags during remote operation.
• Additional Aux and autoguider ports: mounted on the Dec axis for better cable management.
• Spring-loaded brass worm wheel and steel worm gear: reduce friction and provide optimum gear mesh.
• Celestron PWI software included: co-developed with PlaneWave Instruments, with multi-point mount modeling for precise pointing.
• Adjustable EQ head and integrated handles: optimize center of gravity over the 3 degrees to 65 degrees latitude range and ease transport.

Specifications

• Mount type: Computerized GoTo German equatorial
• Load capacity: 75 lb (34 kg)
• Worm wheel diameter: 144 mm
• Dovetail saddle length: 270 mm
• Counterweight shaft: 31.5 mm stainless steel
• Tripod legs: 70 mm stainless steel
• Latitude range: 3 degrees to 65 degrees
• Database: Over 40,000 objects (NexStar+ hand control)
• Total kit weight: approx. 120 lb (54 kg) with tripod, excluding telescope